Universal health coverage: a reality or mirage?
The aspiration for universal health coverage (UHC), where everyone can access the necessary healthcare without facing financial hardship, remains a distant dream due to the excessive commercialisation of the health sector and a disproportionately high out-of-pocket healthcare expenditure. The UHC envisions both comprehensive service coverage for the entire population and...
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Weak-kneed power deal
It could be learnt from the media that the Adani Power Limited (APL), an Indian private power company, with which the ousted previous government of Sheikh Hasina signed a 25-year deal in November 2017 to purchase power on behalf of Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) from the company's Gadda power...
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Focusing on source of price manipulation
The news that three women waiting long in a queue for TCB (Trading Corporation of Bangladesh) trucks to arrive with subsidised goods in front of Rajdhani High School on Manik Mia Avenue did not cause a shockwave. In a country that is busy with a plethora of reforms and 'devil...
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Is violence the answer?
The recent violent attack on the historic Dhanmondi 32 residence has left many questioning the actions of those who claim to be the future leaders of Bangladesh. While there is absolute discontent with the rule of fascist Sheikh Hasina and strong opposition to the return of the Awami League, resorting...
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Dhaka College: Another name for crisis
Dhaka College, one of the oldest educational institutions in the Indian subcontinent, stands with pride and tradition in the heart of Dhaka. Established in 1841, this prestigious institution is located on Mirpur Road in the New Market area. The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with approximately 25,000 students currently...
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